When I was a child, the best days at school were always field trip days. They felt like little adventures — roller coasters, petting zoos, and the annual mud walk (my favorite). As I grew older, those outings gradually lost some of their magic, until eventually there were no more school-day trips left to anticipate. … Read more
This post is brought to you by GOJO, the makers of PURELL® Multi-Surface Disinfectant. Lately I’ve been experimenting with morning smoothies and finally landed on a few fall-inspired combinations that I love. My only gripe? The clean-up. Does anyone else end up covering every surface in the kitchen while making a smoothie, or is it … Read more
Learn how to dry rose petals for baths, scrubs, potpourri, and other uses with this clear, step-by-step guide. Drying rose petals is simple and satisfying—watching the color and texture change as they dry is part of the fun. If you’ve enjoyed a rose petal bath, you know how much fragrance adds to the experience. Dried … Read more
You have to try a donut ice cream sandwich at least once in your life! It’s indulgent, nostalgic, and utterly worth it—though you might want to share it rather than eating the whole thing yourself. Is this donut ice cream sandwich idea a little over the top? Maybe—yet totally delightful. I’m a big fan of … Read more
Lighting is a major focus in home design right now, but designer pendants and statement lamps can be expensive. The good news: many of the current lighting trends are simple to reproduce as budget-friendly DIY projects that look polished and modern. Below are eight on-trend lighting ideas you can recreate at home with basic supplies … Read more
A while back I shared six ways to style a square bandana, and that post quickly became one of my most popular fashion DIYs. Today I’m sharing six more fresh ways to style a scarf—this time using a longer, rectangular silk scarf for added versatility. Below are step-by-step instructions and photos to help you recreate … Read more
It might have been a short week, but I’m still ready for the weekend—and if you’re feeling crafty, I’ve gathered six fun DIY projects to try. Whether you want a new home accent, a colorful accessory, or a playful beauty experiment, there’s something here for a quick weekend project. The macrame feather (top left) is … Read more
This week I pulled my favorite coats from the back of the closet and moved them to the front — it’s finally jacket weather! Atlanta took a little while to catch up to the cold, but now we’re there.
Make yourself a hot coffee or tea and explore my favorite outerwear picks for the season, with prices starting at $59.
Wrapping up a few last-minute holiday projects over here. There’s nothing like a last-minute DIY push to get you into the festive spirit. I wanted to share a special ornament project that means a lot to me this year. This is Hayes’ first Christmas, and I wanted to make a meaningful ornament to commemorate it. … Read more
Create a simple concrete vase or planter using one clever office supply: a mailing tube. I’ve been on a concrete craft kick lately — after making geometric concrete bookends and concrete candle votives, I couldn’t resist another project. This one might be my favorite because it involves flowers. I made this very easy concrete vase … Read more